Podcasts about ecommerce

As ChatGPT pulls back on native in-app checkout, malls becomemainstream again. Is agentic commerce ready for primetime, or are consumers seeking more analog experiences? PLUS: Dick's Sporting Goods' loyalty loop that turns steps into spending power, and a dystopian new platform that rents out humans for AI agents that can't operate in the physical world. Everything old is new again. Granny's Favorite Store Goes to TikTok Shop Key takeaways: ChatGPT is stepping back from native in-app checkout, but the commerce protocol it built with Stripe lives on 77% of shoppers prefer clicking through to a website over buying directly via AI The mall remains a societal favorite third space, even as stores become shoppable content studios (just ask John Lewis) Dick's Sporting Goods' movement-linked rewards program is quietly building one of retail's stickiest loyalty ecosystems, making it a viable competitor to AI apps "Rent-a-Human" platforms signal a strange new frontier: AI agents outsourcing tasks to people in “meatspace” In-Show Mentions: How 2,000 consumers used AI to shop Gen Z Is Going to the Mall Again — WSJ Rent-a-Human Join us at Shoptalk Spring 2026! Associated Links: Check out Future Commerce on YouTube Check out Future Commerce Plus for exclusive content and save on merch and print Subscribe to Insiders and The Senses to read more about what we are witnessing in the commerce world Listen to our other episodes of Future Commerce Have any questions or comments about the show? Let us know on futurecommerce.com, or reach out to us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. We love hearing from our listeners! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Môže kontroverzný humor reálne predávať oblečenie? Zakladateľ značky GoldBee Jan Kočař otvorene hovorí o tom, prečo ignoruje brand manuály a ako dokáže dostať nový produkt od nápadu na web za dve hodiny. Vysvetľuje aj to prečo podľa neho väčšina značiek zlyháva na sociálnych sieťach. Autenticita, čierny humor, silná komunita a biznis, ktorý ide proti tabuľkám. Ak vás zaujíma, prečo niektoré značky fungujú úplne inak než učebnice marketingu, oplatí sa počúvať ďalej. Viac informácií nám poskytol Jan Kočař, CEO GoldBee.

Send a texteCommerce has transformed from a basic online ordering interface into a strategic digital channel that directly influences revenue growth, customer experience, and scalability. As customer expectations rise and digital journeys become more complex, selecting the right eCommerce platform now requires evaluating architectural fit, extensibility, and alignment with your long-term business model—not just front-end functionality. In this video, we examine eCommerce platforms for 2026, beginning with the critical decision factors that buyers must understand before comparing vendor lists. We focus exclusively on true best-of-breed eCommerce platforms rather than ERP add-ons or entry-level portals, and explain what it takes to support the full digital commerce lifecycle. We also explore key architectural considerations, including headless versus traditional frameworks, composable and microservices-based designs, and how AI-native capabilities are redefining personalization, automation, and operational efficiency in modern eCommerce environments.In this episode, our host Sam Gupta discusses the top eCommerce platforms in 2026. He also discusses several variables that influence the rankings of these eCommerce platforms. Finally, he shares the pros and cons of each eCommerce platform.Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDmFJCOQ-MARead: https://www.elevatiq.com/post/top-ecommerce-platforms/Questions for Panelists?

In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop sits down with Andre Oliveira, founder of Splash N Color, a bootstrapped 3D printing e-commerce business selling consumer goods on Amazon. The two cover a lot of ground — from how Andre went from running 40 FDM printers out of South Florida to offshoring manufacturing to China, to how he's using Claude Code to automate inventory management and generate supplier RFQs across 200+ SKUs. The conversation stretches into bigger territory too: the San Francisco AI scene, the rise of AI agents and what they mean for the future of the internet, whether local on-device AI will eventually replace cloud-based tools, and why building physical products will stay hard long after software becomes easy. It's a candid, wide-ranging conversation between two self-taught builders figuring things out in real time. Follow Andre on X: @AndreBaach.Timestamps00:00 — Andre introduces Splash N Color, his Amazon-based 3D printing e-commerce business and explains the grind of running 40 FDM machines in South Florida.05:00 — The conversation shifts to Claude Code and how Andre built an inventory automation system to manage sales velocity and RFQs across 200+ SKUs.10:00 — Stewart and Andre compare notes on Opus 4.6, debate Codex vs Claude, and Andre breaks down the new Agent Teams feature in Claude Code.15:00 — Discussion turns to the San Francisco AI scene, the viral OpenClaw launch event that drew 700 people, and what's capturing the city's imagination right now.20:00 — The pair wrestle with data privacy, the illusion of it since 2000, and whether full transparency of personal data might actually serve people better.25:00 — Stewart pitches his vision of local on-device AI replacing cloud tools entirely, and they debate the 10–15 year timeline for mainstream societal adoption.30:00 — Andre traces his origin story: a high school dropout from Brazil who spotted a 3D printing opportunity on Facebook Marketplace and got lucky timing with COVID.35:00 — They explore whether AI-generated 3D models and DfAM will automate physical manufacturing, and why proprietary specs keep the space stubbornly hard.Key InsightsLifestyle businesses deserve more respect. Andre spent months feeling inadequate scrolling through Twitter watching founders announce funding rounds, before realizing his cash-flowing, location-independent business was already the goal. The social media version of entrepreneurial success warped his perception of what he actually had built.Claude Code is becoming an operating system. Stewart describes running Claude Code as having a second OS on top of MacOS — one that makes the underlying machine legible in ways it never was before. Both guests use it not just for coding but as a primary interface for understanding and operating their businesses.Agent Teams changes how work gets done. Andre explains that Claude's new multi-agent feature lets you assign a team lead and specialized roles that communicate with each other in parallel, essentially running an autonomous task force inside your terminal — a meaningful leap beyond single-instance prompting.Physical manufacturing will stay hard. Even as AI-generated 3D models improve, tolerances of 0.5 millimeters can mean the difference between a product working or not. Design for manufacturing is a separate discipline from design itself, and proprietary specs mean open source models rarely hit commercial quality.The internet is heading toward agents. Both guests agree that AI agents will increasingly handle tasks humans currently do manually online — booking services, making payments, coordinating logistics — with the human internet potentially becoming secondary to a machine-to-machine layer.Iteration is the real value of 3D printing. Andre pushes back on 3D printing as a business unto itself, framing it instead as a prototyping tool. The true value is rapid iteration on housing, tolerances, and fit — not the printer, but the speed of the feedback loop it enables.Technology compounds in layers. Andre closes with a tech-tree analogy: each generation normalizes the tools of the previous one and builds the next layer on top. Agentic coding today is what the internet was in the 90s — the foundation for something we can't yet fully see.

Co-founded in 2012 by Ryan Emmons, his cousin Alex Preston, a Hawaiian artist and game designer, and friend Matt Meyer, Waiākea Hawaiian Volcanic Beverages is a premium beverage company from Hilo, Hawai‘i, offering volcanic water, sparkling water, and coffee, crafted with deep respect for the land, its people, and the responsibility that comes with both.  Rooted in sustainability, Waiākea is setting a new standard for CPG, blending exceptional taste with conscious practices. From their certified B Corp status and proprietary 100% post-consumer recycled plastic, OceanPlast®, to their community-driven Kōkua Initiative nonprofit, Waiākea is changing the way we hydrate. Inspired by the founders' long-standing work with clean water and education non-profits, the concept for Waiākea was to move away from singular profit and towards a triple bottom line model (circular packaging, sustainable sourcing, and commitment to the community).  Their water embodies that mission with an experience that's natural alkaline pH, 100% BPA & PFA Free, packed with electrolytes & minerals, light, crisp, and refreshingly clean. In This Conversation We Discuss: [00:00] Intro [01:25] Turning sustainability into an advantage [03:28] Starting without industry experience [05:49] Sponsor: Electric Eye [07:00] Building a business from a class project [09:45] Self-distributing to reach early customers [11:57] Sponsor: Klaviyo [13:56] Building trust through consignment [15:12] Scaling distributions with good relationships [17:06] Callouts [17:16] Adjusting strategy based on performance [20:47] Sponsor: Intelligems [22:47] Managing supply chains for heavy goods [25:01] Balancing risk with growth opportunities Resources: Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on Youtube Alkaline Hawaiian Volcanic Water waiakea.com/ Follow Ryan Emmons linkedin.com/in/ryan-emmons-8709871b/ Book a demo today at intelligems.io/ Migrate and grow more klaviyo.com/honest    Schedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connect If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

In this episode of BizNinja Entrepreneur Radio, Tyler Jorgenson sits down with Matthew Holman, subscription strategist and community builder behind Commerce Catalyst and The Subscription Doc. Matthew shares how he stumbled into entrepreneurship and discovered the massive opportunity inside subscription commerce. From helping brands crack the subscription model to building communities that connect e-commerce founders, Matthew explains why subscriptions are one of the most powerful ways to create predictable revenue and long-term growth. Tyler and Matthew discuss the evolution of e-commerce, the rising costs of customer acquisition, and why knowing your customer deeply is still the ultimate competitive advantage. They also explore how AI and automation are changing personalization and retention for subscription brands. If you are building an e-commerce brand or thinking about launching one, this episode delivers practical insights on offers, retention, customer experience, and the future of subscription commerce. What You'll Learn • Why subscription is one of the most powerful business models in e-commerce • The biggest mistake new subscription brands make • Why your offer matters more than your retention strategy • How successful brands truly understand their customers • Why the first 7 to 10 days after purchase are critical • How bulk offers and bundles increase revenue and retention • The role of content, influencers, and community in modern e-commerce • How AI is shaping the future of personalized subscriptions Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Subscription Commerce 00:50 Matthew Holman's Entrepreneurial Journey 03:13 Building Commerce Catalyst and Subscription Communities 06:17 Major Changes in E-Commerce Over the Last Five Years 07:55 Why Knowing Your Customer Is Everything 09:06 Influencer Led Brands and Audience Connection 11:10 Unique and Surprising Subscription Businesses 12:41 The Power of Customer Experience and Product Adoption 16:40 Success Stories from Subscription Consulting 19:00 Why Offers Matter More Than Retention 19:33 Best Platforms for Customer Acquisition Today 20:10 Common Mistakes Early E-Commerce Brands Make 22:01 What Excites Matthew About the Future of E-Commerce 24:30 Using AI to Enable Entrepreneurs 25:03 Personal Goals and Life Outside Business 25:38 Where to Learn More About Matthew Holman 26:12 Advice for New E-Commerce Entrepreneurs

¿Estamos avanzando realmente en igualdad en el sector digital… o solo estamos ganando visibilidad?En este episodio abrimos una conversación estructural sobre #liderazgo, brecha salarial, #inteligenciaartificial y toma de decisiones en marketing, tecnología y eCommerce.Porque no se trata solo de estar en la mesa.Se trata de decidir.En esta tertulia participan: Marta Sánchez, CEO y fundadora de Candee, Patricia Díaz, Fashion director en Elogia y Tanya Recouso, Product director en Elogia. Una conversación honesta pero necesaria si queremos hablar de #igualdad real en marketing, tecnología y eCommerce.⭐ [Beloved sponsor] Logicommerce: plataforma ecommerce headless, rápida, escalable y estable: https://www.logicommerce.com/es/?utm_source=mkt4ecom-podcast&utm_medium=ad&utm_campaign=Costes-eCommerce&utm_id=39

Mit einem Klick ratzfatz ein Online-Abo abgeschlossen, aber um zu kündigen muss man sich durch sechs Seiten klicken und mindestens fünfmal bestätigen, dass man lieber dumm bleiben will. Willkommen in der Welt der Dark Patterns. In dieser Ausgabe von 9vor9 nehmen wir manipulative Designtricks unter die Lupe, die uns täglich im Netz begegnen, oft ohne dass wir es bewusst merken. Ob Roach Motel, Confirm Shaming, künstliche Verknappung oder das berüchtigte Klick-Labyrinth: Dark Patterns sind gezielt gestaltete Benutzeroberflächen, die uns zu Entscheidungen drängen, die wir eigentlich nicht treffen wollten Und obwohl es Gesetze gibt, die Dark Patterns verbieten woollen, setzen immer noch 97 Prozent der beliebtesten EU-Websites mindestens ein Dark Pattern ein. Wir sprechen über Mittel und Wege, Dark Patterns nicht auf den Leim zu gehen, zum Beispiel die 3-Sekunden-Regel, künstliche Dringlichkeit erkennen oder das Widerrufsrecht nutzen.

Willkommen bei Back 2 Basics – der Reihe für aufstrebende E-Commerce Händler und ihren ersten Kontakt mit Affiliate Marketing - vom Next Level Affiliate Marketing Podcast. Bist du engagierter Merchant und hast bereits deinen Online-Shop bei Shopify, Woocommerce, Magento oder Shopware, und suchst nun nach einer Erweiterung zum typischen Google, Amazon, Facebook und Apple Marketing-Mix? Dein Host Nawid Company erklärt in dieser Serie klar strukturiert die Grundsteine des Affiliate-Marketingbereichs damit du bestens vorbereitet für die ersten Schritte bist. So wirst mit Back 2 Basics und der Interview-Reihe Time for Learning schnell zum Profi. Die heutige Folge behandelt folgende Themen: - Conversion Optimierung - Partnermanagement - Publisher Modelle - Touchpoints - Tracking Analytics - View Attribution

After more than 500 days away from the mic, the E-Commerce Maven Podcast is back. In this episode, I'm sharing a candid update on what's been happening behind the scenes over the past 18 months — inside my business, my life, and the eCommerce industry. From navigating burnout and restructuring my team, to cutting operating costs, becoming profitable again, and adapting to major changes in the global eCommerce landscape, this episode is a transparent look at what it really takes to keep a product business alive in uncertain times. If you're a founder feeling overwhelmed, navigating rising customer acquisition costs, or wondering how to build a more sustainable and profitable eCommerce business — this episode is for you. You'll also hear how I'm thinking about rebuilding the podcast moving forward and the lessons I wish I had applied sooner. In this episode we cover: • Why I stepped away from podcasting for over a year • The financial wake-up call that forced big changes in my business • The framework that helped diagnose where profit was leaking • How I rebuilt my team and simplified operations • What burnout recovery actually looked like • Why lean teams may be the future for small eCommerce brands • What founders need to know about today's eCommerce landscape If you enjoy the episode, share it with another founder who might need it. Learn more + get free resources:

In this episode, Mario tackles one of the biggest concerns new dropshippers face: the fear of failure. Dropshipping can be challenging, and many beginners make costly mistakes that slow their growth or cause their stores to fail early. In this episode, we break down the most common dropshipping mistakes that can hurt your eCommerce business—and more importantly, how to avoid or fix them before they become major problems. Whether you're just getting started or trying to improve an existing store, this episode will help you recognize pitfalls early and build a stronger foundation for long-term success.  What You'll Learn Common Dropshipping Mistakes The biggest errors new sellers make when launching their first store. Why Stores Fail Early The hidden issues that often lead to poor performance and lost revenue. How to Avoid Costly Pitfalls Practical ways to set up your store, product strategy, and operations more effectively. Fixing Problems in Existing Stores What to do if your current dropshipping store isn't performing as expected.  Why Listen? If you're worried about failing or unsure if you're making the right moves, this episode will help you understand the most common mistakes in dropshipping and how to avoid them—so you can build a more resilient and profitable eCommerce business. ⭐ Start Your

In this episode, I sit down with the founder of D Louise, a jewellery brand that grew from a lockdown side project into a multi-million pound business.We talk about early entrepreneurial lessons, calculated risk, scaling through Black Friday momentum, and bringing in former Gymshark CEO Steve Hewitt as an investor.This is a conversation about grit, leadership evolution, and what it really takes to build something sustainable.

Dan talks with Taylor Pearson about a new wave of “agentic AI” tools like Claude Code — and how founders are using them to tackle projects that used to take days or weeks. From analyzing financials to running workflows and speeding up big internal projects, these tools can act more like a business collaborator than a chatbot. They also walk through how to take the first step if you want to start experimenting. Find Taylor Get started with Claude Code Hang out exclusively with 7+ figure founders in DC BLACK Bento - Email marketing for bootstrapped founders CHAPTERS (00:00:00) AI “Superpowers” for Founders (00:00:43) A New Wave of AI Tools (00:00:57) Sponsor: Bento (00:02:32) The First Time Taylor Tried Claude Code (00:04:21) The $10K Projects Sitting on Your To-Do List (00:05:13) Real Ways Founders Are Using AI Agents (00:05:32) AI as the Operating System for Your Business (00:13:07) The Breakthrough: AI That Reads and Writes Your Files (00:20:44) The New AI Arbitrage (00:25:16) What AI Is Weirdly Good (and Bad) At (00:27:36) Why It's an Exciting Time to Be a Founder Again CONNECT: Dan@tropicalmba.com Ian@tropicalmba.com Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Lucy Bella. PLAYLIST: Can Your Business Beat the S&P 500? How to Build a 6-Figure Digital Business with Claude Code 4 Ways to Start a Business From Scratch in 2026

What if the fastest way to grow your eCommerce business isn't working harder, but using AI more strategically? In this episode, Steve Chou shares how he's applying AI tools to increase traffic, optimize customer experience, and drive more revenue without overcomplicating the process. You'll learn how AI-powered on-site search and cross-sell strategies can dramatically improve conversions, as well as how Steve used these tools to increase website traffic by 25% in just one month. Listen in as he explains how entrepreneurs can cut through the overwhelm of constantly changing AI technology by focusing on one simple goal: using AI to make more money. You'll hear practical ways to start small with AI, how to craft effective prompts that help with coding and website improvements, and how "vibe coding" tools are making development easier than ever. Plus, Steve breaks down how to use AI to reach customers more effectively and ensure your products are properly optimized for search engines so people can actually find what you're selling. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/ymbxew9j  Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners?  Learn more here.   Want to hear about new episodes and eCommerce news round-ups?  Subscribe via email.

What if the “right” move in HVAC was the one most contractors refuse to do?Derek Cole (Simmons One Hour, NC) was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at 31, and still built one of the most consistent growth stories in the industry, earning One Hour Franchisee of the Year out of 400+ franchisees.In the Season 3 premiere of Change Your Filter, Derek and Paul Redman get into the real playbook:✅  Why Derek believes customers aren't listening until they know the price✅  What happened when he put pricing online (and what he didn't lose)✅  How a rural market with long “windshield time” can still win big✅  The systems that create trust: reviews, standards, response, and communication✅  His content strategy (thousands of posts) and why “answering questions” beats marketing tricks✅  The AI twist: “Derek AI” trained on 900,000+ words of content to help customers and employees instantly✅  The leadership mindset that keeps him moving forward through MS: next rep, next playWatch now and tell us this: Are you team “pricing online” or team “keep it hidden”?eCommerce for Contractors ... Learn More.Follow us on social!LinkedInFacebookInstagram

Tariffs are no longer theoretical.They're now showing up in earnings calls, pricing data, and customer behavior across the entire eCommerce market.Walmart reported merchandise inflation jumping from 1.7% to 3% in a single quarter. Adobe tracked a 4% spike in online prices in January, the largest single-month increase since they began tracking eCommerce prices 12 years ago.Most sellers see these headlines and panic. Operators translate them into decisions.In this episode of the High Voltage Business Builders Podcast, Neil breaks down what the latest tariff data, price increases across Amazon and Walmart, and changing consumer behavior actually mean for eCommerce operators, and how to build systems that protect your margins when markets shift.

L'épisode que vous allez écouter est une rediffusion d'un épisode initialement diffusé le 7 février 2025. Laurent Kretz reçoit Olivier Auroy, cofondateur d'Onomaturge, une agence experte en branding et en naming.Trouver un nom de marque ne se résume pas à une bonne idée crayonnée sur un coin de table, ou un mot qui “sonne bien”. Il représente un choix stratégique. Un nom doit porter une vision, incarner un positionnement, traverser parfois les frontières et évoluer avec l'entreprise. Au micro, Olivier Auroy nous emmène dans les dessous du naming :00:03:08 - Un onomaturge, c'est quoi et comment travaille-t-il ?00:07:39 - Qu'est-ce qu'un bon nom et pourquoi certains restent en tête ?00:16:53 - Les filtres essentiels : juridique, linguistique et SEO00:22:38 - Pourquoi l'émotion et l'intuition sont cruciales dans le choix d'un nom00:32:10 - Les pièges des tendances et des modes dans le namingEt quelques dernières infos à vous partager :Suivez Le Panier sur Instagram @lepanier.podcast !Inscrivez- vous à la newsletter sur lepanier.io pour cartonner en e-comm !Écoutez les épisodes sur Apple Podcasts, Spotify ou encore Podcast AddictHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Retail crime in Canada has reached a critical point. In this episode of The Voice of Retail podcast, host Michael LeBlanc welcomes back Rui Rodrigues, a veteran loss prevention leader and advisor working with the Retail Council of Canada, to unpack the rapidly escalating challenges facing retailers across the country. Rodrigues brings more than 30 years of experience in retail security and loss prevention, having worked with major retailers including Staples, Best Buy, Holt Renfrew and Hudson's Bay before launching his consulting practice. Today he works with retailers across Canada helping them address organized retail crime, risk management, and store safety while also collaborating closely with law enforcement and government partners. The conversation begins with a big picture look at how retail crime has evolved since the early days of the pandemic. Rodrigues explains that theft is not new, but the scale, organization, and violence associated with retail crime has increased significantly. Opportunistic shoplifting remains common, but retailers are increasingly dealing with organized criminal networks that exploit weak legal consequences and sophisticated resale channels. One major driver has been the growth of online marketplaces and social media resale channels, which allow stolen goods to be redistributed quickly and anonymously. Criminal enterprises can now move merchandise without the traditional risk of transporting large volumes across borders. Even more concerning is the growing level of violence and weaponization in retail theft incidents, with security teams reporting machetes, firearms, and bear spray being used to intimidate employees and prevent intervention. Retailers have responded by shifting away from physical apprehension policies in many cases, prioritizing employee safety over recovering merchandise. But Rodrigues also shares reasons for optimism. Over the past three years, the Retail Council of Canada has built a national retail crime task force, bringing together more than 30 police services along with retailers and prosecutors to coordinate intelligence and enforcement actions. Initiatives such as Project Retail Blitz focus targeted operations on repeat offenders and organized retail crime groups. The discussion also explores the growing political recognition of the issue. Retail leaders have recently met with federal and provincial governments to push for stronger legislation, including reforms aimed at organized retail theft and repeat offenders. According to Rodrigues, the goal is not only stronger laws but consistent enforcement and a structural approach to retail crime across police and prosecution services. The episode concludes with a preview of the upcoming Retail Secure Conference, where industry leaders, law enforcement, and policymakers will gather to share best practices and strategies for tackling retail crime and improving community safety. Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fifth year in a row, the National Retail Federation has designated Michael as on their Top Retail Voices for 2025, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

Ari Bloom has launched multiple eight-figure brands into more than 10,000 retail stores by building products that reflect the people buying them. The founder behind A-Frame Brands breaks down his problem-first framework and why long-lasting brands are built around purpose—not trends. For more on A-Frame Brands and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

“The most curious person in multifamily,” Moshe Crane is the VP of Branding and Strategic Initiatives at Sage Ventures, a Maryland-based real estate investment and management firm focused on multifamily and other asset acquisitions and development in the Baltimore-Washington corridor. The company manages more than $1B in assets and over 4,000 apartment units while developing and selling new homes. Moshe also hosts the Curious Wire podcast and writes the Curious Deal newsletter, where he breaks down multifamily deals, careers, and industry trends while exploring how operators build, finance, and scale real estate businesses.(01:45) - Moshe's Real Estate Path(02:32) - Deals Returning to the Market(06:05) - Sage Ventures' Market Focus(07:27) - Defining Great Operators(08:27) - The Third-Party Talent Crunch(10:17) - Systems Beat Stars(12:36) - The Sage Operations Playbook(15:47) - Fraud Screening Tools(19:01) - The Roving Team Mindset(21:05) - Moshe's Role(23:56) - Feature: CREtech New York Oct. 20–21 (25:52) - The Accidental Self-Storage Win(26:41) - Office-to-Storage Conversions(28:21) - A Scrappy Deal Mix(28:58) - Low-Basis Development Opportunities(29:46) - Pitching Flexibility to LPs(30:26) - No Gurus, Just Operators(33:58) - Discipline Over Vertical Integration(36:19) - PropTech Ecosystem Shifts(39:38) - Proptech Adoption(44:42) - Motivation, Curiosity & Faith(49:31) - Collaboration Superpower: Bill Walsh

In this episode we are delighted to interview Peter Gerstle. He's the Loyalty Consulting Director at Collinson responsible for shaping and delivering the strategy and management of Collinson's loyalty products and driving loyalty innovation in travel, financial service, retail and other industries globally.Peter joined Collinson in 2013 to add his expertise from a 25-year international career in eCommerce, product, and loyalty management across a wide range of travel companies, including InterContinental Hotels Group and easyJet, for which he launched several significant revenue streams such as Speedy Boarding and the first-ever airline paid loyalty program, easyJet Plus!. He advises clients globally on designing and optimizing loyalty programs and is a leading thinker on paid-for loyalty strategies.In this episode, Peter shares his insights the loyalty industry, how behavioral science and AI are changing things at Collinson and in the industry and innovations and new ideas that loyalty marketers everywhere should be thinking about.Hosted by Charlie Hills Show Notes :1) Peter Gerstle.2)Collinson Group3) Thinking Fast and Slow - Book Recommendation4) Atomic Habits - Book Recommendation5) The Hard Thing About Hard Things - Book Recommendation6) The Loyalty Effect - Book Recommendation

So there I was, Tuesday afternoon, in the middle of working away — using Claude, which for those who don't know, is the AI tool I'm using extensively throughout my entire business at this point — and it just... stopped.   Completely. Just stopped responding.   Now, the first thing I did (as any completely rational person would

Download StudioHawk's Exclusive eCommerce AI Visibility Toolkit.Every week there's a new platform, a new tool, a new marketing tactic promising to unlock the next stage of scale. AI features, new social channels, advanced website widgets, automation tools. They all look compelling, and they all come with the same promise: growth. But chasing them all usually leads to the same outcome. You end up building ten things and mastering none of them. That's shiny object syndrome.In today's playbook, we're exploring how ecommerce operators avoid that trap. The lesson starts with Adam Jelic, Founder of MiGoals, who built one of Australia's most recognisable goal-setting brands over the past 15 years. Adam's philosophy is simple: the problem in ecommerce isn't a lack of ideas, it's deciding which ideas actually deserve your focus.In this playbook:Why every founder needs a “filter” for new ideasWhen to kill a feature that looks innovative but delivers no valueWhy dominating one marketing channel beats spreading attention across manyHow to stop buying new software and start using the tools you already haveWhy shiny object syndrome is often a focus problem, not an innovation problemConnect with AdamExplore MiGoalsMiGoal's main episodeBluethumb's episodeKrumbled Group's episodeNespresso's episodeDownload StudioHawk's Exclusive eCommerce AI Visibility Toolkit.SMS us to request a guest!Support the showWant to level up your ecommerce game? Come hang out in the Add To Cart Community. We're talking deep dives, smart events, and real-world inspo for operators who are in it for the long haul. Connect with Nathan BushContact Add To CartJoin the Community

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Phillip and Brian get deep on a week when everything felt a little unhinged: Shopify's AI sidekick started building custom apps, Iran allegedly took out AWS data centers mid-Claude-outage, and the McDonald's CEO went mega-viral just days after Phillip prophesied it. Underneath the chaos, a throughline emerges: the things we've used to measure value (view counts, credit card rewards, third-party apps, and AI contracts) are quietly expiring. Culture is first. Then comes commerce. This SKU Is Delicious Key takeaways: Shopify Sidekick can now build one-off apps on demand, raising real questions about the future of third-party SaaS. AI geopolitics is here: data centers are now strategic infrastructure, and the "human in the loop" question has military stakes. Meta's move to invoicing ends years of free credit card rewards for brands running paid social,  — and that party's been winding down anyway. MrBeast's long-form view counts are down 50% YoY, even with heavy paid promotion; the algorithm has shifted to interest-based, not subscriber-based. Media buyers optimizing for CPMs are chasing non-real traffic. — Rrecovering a sense of propriety is the only way back. In-Show Mentions: How MrBeast Dominated 2025 Using Advertising Phillip's Big Arch burger virality prediction Get on the list for the Future Commerce x Shoptalk After Party Associated Links: Check out Future Commerce on YouTube Check out Future Commerce Plus for exclusive content and save on merch and print Subscribe to Insiders and The Senses to read more about what we are witnessing in the commerce world Listen to our other episodes of Future Commerce Have any questions or comments about the show? Let us know on futurecommerce.com, or reach out to us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. We love hearing from our listeners! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this third installment of Claude Sessions, Danny is joined by Subash from Not A Square, who helps e-commerce brands scaling past seven figures implement AI without scaling headcount. Subash walks through real client case studies -- including a TikTok brand that boosted its customer satisfaction score from 4.2 to 4.5 in four weeks using a customer support agent built in Claude. Danny then breaks down OpenClaw, the open-source personal AI agent that exploded in popularity, explains why he chose not to use it despite the temptation, and reveals Claude Flow -- his custom operating system built inside Claude Code with 11 engines, 300+ features, and a persistent memory layer powered by ChromaDB. The episode drives home one core message: document your operations first, pick one platform, go deep, and stop chasing every new tool. Key Topics Documenting operations before automation -- Why you cannot automate what is not documented TikTok customer support case study -- Building an AI agent that raised satisfaction scores in four weeks OpenClaw overview and security risks -- What it does, why it blew up, and why Danny built his own alternative Claude Flow -- Danny's custom operating system inside Claude Code with persistent memory The amnesia loop -- How context loss between sessions kills productivity and how ChromaDB solves it Pixel-less environment -- The shift from structured prompts to contextual AI interaction Go deep on one platform -- Why chasing multiple AI tools guarantees you build nothing Timestamps [00:00] Introduction -- Claude Sessions Week 3, delayed from the road [01:03] Subash introduces himself and Not A Square [02:01] Overview of three client projects and the problem founders face [04:30] Why operational truth is the moat in AI commerce [06:48] Three pillars: reduce costs, better governance, scale without headcount [07:30] TikTok case study -- customer support agent boosting store score from 4.2 to 4.5 [09:04] OpenClaw -- history, capabilities, and the security nightmare [15:30] Six core capabilities of OpenClaw (local-first, universal messaging, persistent memory, browser automation, system access, self-extending skills) [18:00] Why OpenClaw matters -- moving from dumb LLMs to personal AI agents [20:00] Security trade-offs -- 1.5M API keys exposed, malware in skills, Cisco tests [22:00] Claude Flow -- Danny's 11-engine operating system built inside Claude Code [24:26] The amnesia loop -- how sessions lose context and how ChromaDB fixes it [28:19] Why Claude MD, agents, and skills are not enough without hooks and triggers [32:40] Go deep on one platform -- stop chasing every new tool [35:35] Subash on helping sellers adopt Claude Code fundamentals (Claude MD, skills) [39:51] Wrap-up and contact info Key Takeaways Document before you automate -- If your business operations live in the founder's head and not on paper, any AI tool will amplify the chaos rather than fix it. Operational truth is the moat -- Clean inventory, accurate catalogs, honest cashflow reporting. Get these right before touching AI. One AI agent moved the needle -- A single customer support agent on TikTok raised a brand's satisfaction score from 4.2 to 4.5 in four weeks, directly improving store visibility. Persistent memory changes everything -- ChromaDB captures decisions, patterns, and project context across sessions so Claude compounds in usefulness over time (zero entries in session one, 1,700+ by session 25). Scaffolding beats raw building -- Danny's Claude Flow system means a project that took five days six months ago now takes 40 minutes. The investment in infrastructure pays exponential returns. OpenClaw is proof of concept, not production-ready -- Broad permissions, prompt injection vulnerabilities, exposed API keys. Wait for the open-source community to patch the holes before diving in. Pick one platform and go all the way in -- Chasing multiple AI tools means you learn none of them deeply and build nothing of value.

Jay Steinfeld is the Founder and former CEO of Blinds.com, the world's largest online retailer of window coverings, which was acquired by The Home Depot in 2014. Under his leadership, Blinds.com grew from a bootstrapped startup in his home to a billion-dollar enterprise, earning a reputation for innovation in ecommerce and technology-driven growth. Jay is also a Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Lead from the Core: The 4 Principles for Profit and Prosperity and the Entrepreneur in Residence at Rice University's Graduate School of Business, where he shares business insights.  In this episode… Scaling your ecommerce business doesn't always require more ad spend or tighter funnels — it can come from forming the right strategic partnerships. Rather than battling industry giants for market share, there's an opportunity to grow by leveraging their reach and infrastructure. How can you turn major players into powerful growth engines for your brand? Jay Steinfeld's answer is the Big Brother Little Brother strategy, a partnership model where a smaller company integrates with a larger one to accelerate growth. As a seasoned ecommerce founder and technology-driven operator, he explains how building product-agnostic software creates leverage far beyond a single category. By making integration seamless and delivering unique value that larger companies lacked, he reduced customer acquisition costs and unlocked rapid distribution. He also emphasizes creating "stickiness" through private-label strategies and focusing on asymmetric risk — low downside, massive upside. The key takeaway: identify what only you can offer and make it irresistible for larger partners to say yes. In this episode of Minds of Ecommerce, Raphael Paulin-Daigle chats with Jay Steinfeld, Founder and former CEO of Blinds.com, about the Big Brother Little Brother growth strategy. They delve into the brand's 90-day Sears integration, expanding partnerships to Wayfair and The Home Depot, and the risks of empowering competitors while creating long-term "stickiness."

In this episode, Lauren talks to the seller of an Amazon FBA and eCommerce business created in January 2021 in the home, hobbies, and lifestyle niches. Listen in to find out how the business makes an average of $3,022.00 per month in net profit, why the seller has decided to sell, the lessons learned from running the business, and much more. Visit https://empireflippers.com/listing/91193 to learn more about this business.

El mercado está cambiando. Si 2025 fue el aviso, 2026 es el año de la gran transformación. En el episodio de hoy analizamos por qué las ventas de plugins se están enfriando y qué deben hacer los desarrolladores para sobrevivir. Además, herramientas de seguridad «todo en uno», cómo mejorar tu SEO en segundos y un test de rendimiento para tu eCommerce. Tema del día Llevamos años viendo un crecimiento exponencial en el ecosistema WordPress, pero las cifras indican un cambio de ciclo. Analizamos el artículo de WP Directo sobre por qué las ventas de plugins han bajado su ritmo. -> https://wpdirecto.com/las-ventas-de-plugins-de-wordpress-se-enfrian-por-que-2025-fue-un-aviso-y-que-cambia-en-2026/ ¿Qué cambia en 2026?: La competencia de las plataformas SaaS y la integración de funciones nativas en el core de WordPress están obligando a los desarrolladores a innovar más allá de las funciones básicas. La clave ahora es la especialización y el soporte excepcional. El aviso de 2025: Tras la saturación del mercado post-pandemia, muchos usuarios han empezado a racionalizar sus suscripciones. Ya no se compra «por si acaso», sino por necesidad crítica. Plugin del día Hoy destacamos dos herramientas enfocadas en robustecer y simplificar tu instalación: Vigilante: Un plugin «todo en uno» que llega con una propuesta disruptiva: ofrecer funciones premium de mantenimiento y seguridad de forma gratuita. Ideal para quienes buscan limpiar su instalación de múltiples plugins pequeños y centralizar el control. https://wpdirecto.com/vigilante-plugin-todo-en-uno-gratis/ Two Factor Extended: La seguridad no es negociable. Este plugin vitaminiza la funcionalidad de doble factor de WordPress, ofreciendo una experiencia de usuario más fluida y opciones adicionales para administradores que buscan proteger el acceso al sitio sin fricciones innecesarias. https://www.casares.blog/two-factor-extended/ Cerramos el capítulo con dos utilidades prácticas para mejorar tu visibilidad y conversión: Rankea tus productos de eCommerce (Convesio Grader): ¿Vendes online pero no sabes por qué no conviertes? Esta herramienta de Convesio analiza tu tienda y te da una puntuación basada en rendimiento y mejores prácticas. Imprescindible para detectar cuellos de botella en el checkout o la carga de productos. https://grader.convesio.com/ Meta Explorer (Extensión de Chrome): Para los amantes del SEO técnico. Esta extensión te permite analizar los metadatos de cualquier web de un vistazo. Perfecta para espiar a la competencia o verificar que tus etiquetas (títulos, descripciones, OG Tags) están configuradas correctamente para Google y redes sociales. https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/meta-explorer-seo-meta-an/dggmapjanngfjjakfgeoegfmgpmcamfh ¿No eres suscriptor? pues estás tardando, porque por sólo 2,5€ al mes tendrás acceso a todas las descargas de la intranet y lo más importante, nuestro amor. Soñaremos contigo todas las noches. Métodos de contacto Enviadnos vuestras preguntas al grupo de Telegram. Apuntaos al canal de Youtube del podcast https://www.youtube.com/potenciapro Si nos queréis decir algo directamente lo podéis hacer a @potenciapro , @materron, @mpc, o en el grupo de Telegram Y si eres muy muy muy fan del podcast Echa un vistazo a cómo nos puedes ayudar en https://potencia.pro/se-prosperoso/

I've got a quick round-up episode for you today with a few things I've been wanting to update you on. Includes some platform updates, marketing opportunities, and an important update I made to the Email Badassery Course. How to FINALLY optimize your email automations How Shopify merchants can advertise inside ChatGPT My blunt opinion on Klaviyo landing pages An important Shopify customer account update _______ Full Episode Show Notes http://ecommercebadassery.com/366   _______ Learn With Me Work with Me 1:1 https://ecommercebadassery.com/ecommerce-help/ https://ecommercebadassery.com/email-marketing/   Courses & Membership https://ecommercebadassery.com/membership https://ecommercebadassery.com/programs   _______   Let's Connect Website: http://ecommercebadassery.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/ecommercebadassery Membership: http://ecommercebadassery.com/membership   _______   Rate, Review, & Subscribe Like what you heard? I'd be forever grateful if you'd rate, review and subscribe to the show! Not only does it help your fellow eCommerce entrepreneurs find the eCommerce Badassery podcast; but it's also valuable feedback for me to continue bringing you the content you want to hear.    Review Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ecommerce-badassery/id1507457683      

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS, provides a comprehensive guide to Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs). The episode explores the critical differences in SEO strategies for product-based (E Commerce / E-Commerce) and service-based businesses (SEO Services), offering actionable insights for online growth.Favour emphasizes the foundational importance of a fast, reliable website for any business, highlighting how website performance directly impacts user experience and, consequently, SEO algorithm rankings. For product-based businesses, the discussion centers on the power of visual storytelling through high-quality, optimized images and the technical advantages of using structured data to create informative rich snippets in search results. 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Product businesses should focus on visual optimization and structured data, while service businesses should prioritize content that builds authority and trust.3. Leverage Visuals for Product SEO: For e-commerce and product-focused businesses, high-quality, optimized images with descriptive alt text are crucial for attracting and converting customers who rely on visual information to make purchasing decisions.4. Build Authority with Content for Service SEO: Service-based businesses can establish themselves as industry leaders by consistently creating valuable, informative content (like blogs, case studies, and whitepapers) that addresses their target audience's needs and questions.5. Master User Intent: Understanding whether a user is looking to buy (commercial intent) or learn (informational intent) is key. A balanced content strategy that targets both types of keywords will capture a wider audience and nurture leads through the entire customer journey.6. Embrace Local SEO: For service businesses with a physical location or defined service area, optimizing for local search by managing a Google Business Profile and creating location-specific content is essential for attracting nearby customers.7. Consistency is the Long-Term Game: SEO is a marathon, not a sprint. Sustainable growth is achieved through consistent, long-term effort in content creation, technical optimization, and building a strong online presence, rather than expecting overnight success.Memorable Quotes[09:05] "As a service-based business or as a product-based business is your website. How fast is your website?"[35:09] "That's why we're in this room today because we want to know what is a commercial value?"[36:22] "You gotta be consistent, you gotta be putting out the content, you gotta do a lot of things."[37:01] "Long, long, long, long, long-term."Episode FAQs1. What is the most important first step in any SEO strategy?The most crucial first step is ensuring you have a fast, reliable, and mobile-friendly website. A poor-performing site will undermine all other SEO efforts.2. How does SEO for a product-based business differ from a service-based business?Product-based SEO heavily relies on high-quality images, structured data (schema markup) for product details, and e-commerce platform optimization. Service-based SEO focuses more on building authority through in-depth content, demonstrating expertise, and often includes a strong local SEO component.3. What is user intent and why is it important for SEO?User intent is the 'why' behind a search query. It can be informational (looking for information), commercial (intending to buy), transactional (ready to complete a purchase), or navigational (looking for a specific site). Understanding intent allows you to create content that directly addresses the user's needs, leading to higher engagement and better rankings.4. How long does it take to see results from SEO?SEO is a long-term strategy. While some minor results can be seen in a few months, significant, lasting results typically take six months to a year of consistent effort to achieve.5. What is the role of content in SEO for service-based businesses?For service-based businesses, content is the primary tool for building trust and demonstrating expertise. High-quality blog posts, articles, case studies, and guides attract potential clients, answer their questions, and position your business as a credible authority in your field.Episode Timestamps[00:00] Introduction: SEO for Product vs. Service Businesses[03:03] The Difference Between Product and Service-Based Businesses[08:56] The Importance of Website Speed and Reliability[10:01] SEO for Product-Based Businesses: Images and Structured Data[15:21] SEO for Service-Based Businesses: Content and Local SEO[34:10] Understanding User Intent: Commercial vs. Informational Keywords[36:07] The Importance of Consistency in SEOSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

7 in 10 people globally say they're hesitant to trust someone different from them, according to the 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer. Trust is getting more personal. So where does that leave brands? This week, Elena, Angela, and Rob explore what it really means to build a brand in a world where trust is earned through experience, not messaging. They dig into why the gap between marketing promises and reality is so damaging, how to bridge online and in-person brand moments, and what channels like TV do for brand trust that others simply can't. Plus, hear real-world examples of brands that get it right, from Snickers to Disney to Jeep. Topics covered: [01:00] 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer findings on consumer trust[03:00] How much control marketers actually have over brand perception[06:00] Where marketing promises most often break down[08:30] Why marketers over-index on comms and under-index on product experience[11:00] The moment where brand actually happens[14:00] How TV builds familiarity that carries into other channels[17:00] Real examples of brands bridging TV and in-person experience To learn more, visit marketingarchitects.com/podcast or subscribe to our newsletter at marketingarchitects.com/newsletter.  Resources: 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer Report: https://www.edelman.com/trust/2026/trust-barometer Get more research-backed marketing strategies by subscribing to The Marketing Architects on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. 

Destaney and Sage talk about Sage's journey from scaling ecommerce at Celsius Energy Drinks to leading strategy at BTR Media and how that brand side experience shapes the way she approaches Amazon today.They discuss what it actually looks like to build demand instead of just harvesting it, and why upper funnel initiatives like Amazon Fire TV are driving more performance than most marketers expect. They dive into how to communicate test and learn strategies to leadership teams that are only focused on short term efficiency.They explore the shift from keyword first thinking to audience first strategy, the growing role of video, and how tools like AMC and Amazon's AI creative solutions are helping brands move faster while staying relevant.Connect with Sage on Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/sagegorbyConnect with Destaney on Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/destaney-wishonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every signal matters. Even the ones you'd rather ignore. In data driven marketing, Jason Zollan (Head of Retail Media at Constructor) argues that bounces, exits and dead-ends tell us just as much as ROAS, clicks and conversions. On the #ShinyNewObjectPodcast, we talk about how to stop chasing vanity metrics and treat the full shopper journey as one system. And we discuss how retail media and e-commerce should share an AI brain. Intrigued? Tune in now.

“In just an hour, I built a UI to interrogate my data, and it handled most of the heavy lifting for a client project."Chris Marshall, Director & Co-founder, OnState.Optimising Ecommerce Data with AI: Real-World ApplicationsYes, we talk about AI a lot on the podcast. It's inevitable, AI is weaving its way into so many ecommerce processes and tasks.This episode is highly practical.We cover real-world examples of how AI tools are being used to speed-up product data tasks whilst reducing the need to rely on expensive licences for specialist tools.SummaryEcommerce businesses are increasingly turning to AI to enhance their data management processes. The pod explores how AI tools are being used to clean, enrich, and structure product data, providing real-world examples that highlight their practical applications.The Build vs. Buy Dilemma Is Being ReframedBusinesses often face the decision of whether to build custom solutions or purchase existing platforms. In the context of AI for product data, building allows for tailored solutions using tools like Google Sheets and AI models such as ChatGPT for tasks including data transformation and HTML cleaning. On the other hand, buying involves using specialized AI-enabled tools or outsourcing, which can save time but may incur higher costs.Practical AI Strategies Discussed:DIY data cleaning: AI models can automate data cleaning tasks, such as reformatting unstructured HTML and standardising attributes, saving significant manual effort.Automating data structure: AI can analyse complex datasets, infer attribute types, and suggest categorisation rules, streamlining the setup of dynamic product groups.Hybrid approaches: combining DIY methods with outsourcing can optimise resources, allowing businesses to handle unique projects efficiently.Tune in to hear how AI is transforming data migration and management by automating previously manual tasks, increasing speed and allowing for continuous learning. Chapters[00:30] The Build vs. Buy Debate in AI Data Management[03:20] AI in Data Migration: Practical Use Cases[06:15] Transforming Data with AI Tools[09:20] The Role of AI in Content Management[12:20] Engaging with Data Structures[15:00] Building Custom AI Tools for Specific Needs[17:45] Tactical Middleware: A New Approach[20:35] Speeding Up Data Transformation Processes[23:20] Validating AI Outputs and Managing Expectations[26:15] The Future of AI in Ecommerce Data Management

In this episode of Pathmonk Presents, Luke Rexing, Director of Sales and Marketing at T-Rex Cookie, shares how a family-founded brand is scaling through sharper positioning and smarter e-commerce decisions. Known for its half-pound and five-pound cookies, T-Rex Cookie is doubling down on corporate gifting as a high-impact growth channel. Luke breaks down their transition to Shopify Plus, lessons learned from website conversion mistakes, and why clear calls to action and social proof drive sales. He also reveals how AI product photography and LinkedIn ads are shaping their B2B strategy. This conversation is packed with practical insights for founders navigating growth, branding, and digital optimization.

FACE FOUNDRIÉ was born from a deeply personal need and built with a sharp entrepreneurial lens. After founding and scaling PRIMP to eight locations and styling nearly a million women, Michele Henry saw firsthand how underserved women felt when it came to accessible, effective skincare. Following the birth of her third child, she experienced hormonal shifts and skin changes that the market simply wasn't addressing—so she created the solution. Designed from day one as a franchise model, FACE FOUNDRIÉ empowers other entrepreneurs to build scalable, community-driven aesthetics businesses with proven systems and brand power behind them. Under Michele's leadership, the company has become one of the fastest-growing private companies in the Midwest, ranking #35 on the Inc. list. Michele's impact has earned her recognition as an EY Entrepreneur of the Year, a Forbes-profiled founder, and a Minnesota 40 Under 40 honoree. With a proprietary product line and curated partnerships, FACE FOUNDRIÉ delivers results-driven services in a modern, approachable environment—bridging the gap between luxury aesthetics and everyday accessibility. In this episode, Michele also discusses: Transitioning from fashion to skincare Franchise marketing secrets: brand cohesion and local market dominance Designing fully customizable facials tailored to individual skin goals The no-downtime facial clients can't stop booking The most requested add-ons, including dermaplaning Building a seamless brand experience from retail roots to skincare studios Why successful founders pivot fast–and don't dwell on missteps Strategic nationwide expansion and scaling with intention We hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Michele's journey and the growth of Face Foundrie. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more. Be sure to check out Face Foundrie at www.facefoundrie.com and on Instagram at @facefoundrie Rated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPost This episode is brought to you by Wavebreak Leading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver. Most eCommerce brands don't email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year. From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI. Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co

Two Dubai sellers reveal how they built seven-figure brands via duty-free, Amazon UAE, and quick commerce. Plus lessons for cold-chain fulfillment, PPC scaling, and expansion lessons. ► Watch The Podcasts On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Helium10SeriousSellersPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 ► Instagram: instagram.com/serioussellerspodcast ► Free Amazon Seller Chrome Extension: https://h10.me/extension ► Sign Up For Helium 10: https://h10.me/signup  (Use SSP10 To Save 10% For Life) ► Learn How To Sell on Amazon: https://h10.me/ft Recording live from Worldef Dubai, Bradley Sutton sits down with two UAE-based ecommerce operators who built seven-figure businesses in very different ways. One through iconic local products and duty-free dominance, the other through acquiring and scaling an Amazon-first brand across markets. First up is Rami Rabia of Al Nassma Chocolates, a Dubai chocolate pioneer known for camel milk chocolate and giftable products. Rami breaks down the region's offline-heavy reality (with duty-free as a major growth engine), why COVID forced rapid channel diversification, and how Amazon UAE's cold-chain logistics solved the biggest hurdle in selling chocolate online: heat and product sensitivity. He also shares how he uses Helium 10 to track seasonal search behavior tied to Dubai's nonstop calendar of holidays and gifting moments, plus his interest in TikTok Shop once it launches locally. Then Aslam Yousuf, founder of S2C, explains how he acquired an Amazon UAE brand (instead of starting from scratch), scaled it beyond $1M, and used “quick commerce” via Noon to accelerate growth. He dives into the systems behind scaling in competitive categories—brand positioning, packaging upgrades, content overhauls, marketplace expansion (India and KSA), and a hard-earned logistics lesson from choosing the wrong shipping partner. The episode wraps with his view on Helium 10's impact and what it takes to build a regional winner that's ready for bigger markets. In episode 737 of the Serious Sellers Podcast, Bradley, Rami, and Aslam discuss: 00:00 – Seven-Figure Brands… on Amazon UAE (Live From Dubai) 00:55 – Meet Rami Rabia of Al Nassma Chocolates 01:17 – Camel Milk Chocolate Origin & Product Line Breakdown 02:10 – Online vs Offline Sales & Dubai Duty-Free Dominance 03:11 – COVID Forced Channel Diversification 04:41 – How Amazon UAE Solves Chocolate Fulfillment (Cold Chain) 05:48 – Helium 10 for Seasonal Keyword Demand in Dubai 08:48 – TikTok Virality & TikTok Shop Plans 09:38 – Meet Aslam Yousuf, Founder of S2C 13:42 – Acquisition to Brand Growth 14:21 – Noon Explained: 15-Minute “Quick Commerce” 24:19 – Biggest Mistake: Wrong Shipping Partner & Customs Nightmare

Julian Tcherassi is the founder of Magiktea, the first USDA Organic & Wildlife Friendly certified palo azul tea brand in the world.  Under his leadership, Magiktea has grown from a small independent startup into a nationally recognized wellness brand, now available in over 1,000 health food stores nationwide.  Passionate about natural remedies and sustainability, Julian started Magiktea with the mission to share sustainably sourced palo azul so that everyone can enjoy Mother Nature's most magical tea.  In This Conversation We Discuss: [00:00] Intro [02:06] Spotting an opportunity from personal experience [02:56] Starting a business through personal readings [05:06] Prioritizing retail over DTC for early traction [06:53] Offering consignment as visibility strategy  [10:31] Callouts [10:41] Embracing rejection as early sales training [14:43] Sponsor: Klaviyo [16:49] Learning advertisement tactics from founders [18:41] Optimizing website to support conversions [26:46] Sponsor: Intelligems [25:46] Improving listings to outshine competitors [29:26] Leveraging Amazon for exposure and sales [33:25] Sponsor: Electric Eye [34:31] Analyzing your brand for the winning message Resources: Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on Youtube Fluorescent alkaline palo azul tea magiktea.com/ Follow Julian Tcherassi linkedin.com/in/julian-serrano-tcherassi-97a891156/ Get your free demo klaviyo.com/honest Book a demo today at intelligems.io/ Schedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connect If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

In this episode, we dive into why many online stores struggle to turn revenue into real profit and how to stop gambling with ad budgets.Adam Callinan, Founder of Pentane, shares how understanding your underlying financial math allows you to scale without fear. He reveals why high ROAS can be misleading and how to structure your business expenses to ensure every ad dollar spent actually grows your bottom line.Topics discussed in this episode:  How ROAS can lie about your actual profit.What makes ad spending feel like gambling.Why fixed expenses can break your business.How to find the true break-even point.What vanity metrics to ignore when scaling.Why more ad spend can sometimes lower risk.How to use math as fuel for growth.What a healthy contribution profit looks like.Why agencies and founders often misalign.How to simplify complex financial data.Links & Resources Website: https://www.pentane.com/Shopify Integration: https://www.pentane.com/integrations/shopifyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammcallinan/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adam_callinan/Get access to more free resources by visiting the show notes at https://tinyurl.com/24kkpr2pI'd love your feedback. Tap the the link to send me a text. ______________________________________________________ LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS! Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don't miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Join the Apparel Success Mastermind (limited-time pricing):https://www.skool.com/apparel-success-mastermind Sponsored by Design.com — create designs faster:https://www.design.com/rob88If just a few core principles determine whether a clothing brand succeeds or fails, you need to make sure you're not missing them. In this video, I break down the 5 biggest mistakes clothing brands make — mistakes that quietly kill sales, credibility, and growth even when you're working hard. I've seen these issues repeatedly after working with 500+ clothing brands, generating millions of social media views, and building my own brands past $1M in online sales. We'll talk about brand clarity, website credibility, social proof, differentiation, and systems — the foundational pieces that turn a clothing brand into something people actually trust and buy from. If you're starting a clothing brand, running a streetwear brand, or trying to grow your apparel business, this will help you fix the fundamentals that matter most. 

Starting our eTail series of live recordings.. Organized by the amazing Ash McMullen, who got stuck at home because of the big east coast blizzard and couldn't make it. For the second eTail conference we have these brilliant women who are leading the industry and making a difference on AI, on Retail, on Ecommerce and much much more. Lockie Andrews, Avani Oswal and Lauren Livak Gilbert talk through major shifts, predictions, women in our industry and where they are overall among all etailers at the show.   Enjoy Always Off Brand is always a Laugh & Learn!    FEEDSPOT TOP 10 Retail Podcast! https://podcast.feedspot.com/retail_podcasts/?feedid=5770554&_src=f2_featured_email   Guest: Lockie   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lockieandrews/   Guest: Avani Oswal  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avanioswal/   Guest: Lauren Livak Gilbert LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenlivak/   eTail: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ QUICKFIRE Info:   Website: https://www.quickfirenow.com/ Email the Show: info@quickfirenow.com  Talk to us on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quickfireproductions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quickfire__/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickfiremarketing LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/quickfire-productions-llc/about/ Sports podcast Scott has been doing since 2017, Scott & Tim Sports Show part of Somethin About Nothin:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/somethin-about-nothin/id1306950451 HOSTS: Summer Jubelirer has been in digital commerce and marketing for over 17 years. After spending many years working for digital and ecommerce agencies working with multi-million dollar brands and running teams of Account Managers, she is now the Amazon Manager at OLLY PBC.   LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/summerjubelirer/   Scott Ohsman has been working with brands for over 30 years in retail, online and has launched over 200 brands on Amazon. Mr. Ohsman has been managing brands on Amazon for 19yrs. Owning his own sales and marketing agency in the Pacific NW, is now VP of Digital Commerce for Quickfire LLC. Producer and Co-Host for the top 5 retail podcast, Always Off Brand. He also produces the Brain Driven Brands Podcast featuring leading Consumer Behaviorist Sarah Levinger. Scott has been a featured speaker at national trade shows and has developed distribution strategies for many top brands. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-ohsman-861196a6/   Hayley Brucker has been working in retail and with Amazon for years. Hayley has extensive experience in digital advertising, both seller and vendor central on Amazon. Hayley lives in North Carolina.  LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayley-brucker-1945bb229/   Huge thanks to Cytrus our show theme music "Office Party" available wherever you get your music. Check them out here: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/cytrusmusic Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cytrusmusic/ Twitter https://twitter.com/cytrusmusic SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6VrNLN6Thj1iUMsiL4Yt5q?si=MeRsjqYfQiafl0f021kHwg APPLE MUSIC https://music.apple.com/us/artist/cytrus/1462321449   "Always Off Brand" is part of the Quickfire Podcast Network and produced by Quickfire LLC.  

What if the habits that helped you build success are now the very things holding you back? Today, I explain how your attitude toward money is shaped far more by your early experiences than by how much wealth you currently have—and why that matters as you grow. You'll learn how to identify outdated financial behaviors that once served you but may now be limiting your leadership, profitability, and long-term security. Listen in as I break down how to spot whether you're too risk-averse, too risk-tolerant, overspending in the name of growth, or under-investing out of fear. I also cover when scrappiness becomes a ceiling, why doing everything yourself slows scale, when thoughtful debt can be strategic, and how to shift from wealth-building to wealth-protection. This episode will challenge you to evolve your habits so your business and wealth can evolve with you. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/4yraxz7j Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners?  Learn more here.   Want to hear about new episodes and eCommerce news round-ups?  Subscribe via email.

Amazon may be testing a major review change, with some shoppers seeing only 10 reviews unless they apply for more. Amazon clarifies its multiple account policy. Plus, it's Episode 500 of the AM/PM Podcast! We're back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10's VP of Education and Strategy, Bradley Sutton. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, TikTok Shop, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10's newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level. In this episode, we're switching things up with a fresh new look, and it's the perfect time because this is Episode 500 of the AM/PM Podcast! Join us for a quick trip down memory lane as we celebrate nearly 10 years of the AM/PM Podcast and keep Manny Coats' classic “How cool is that? Pretty cool, I think.” spirit alive. Amazon reviews might be acting weird again, and it could be more than just the usual “dog page” error some shoppers have seen for months. In this week's first story, Bradley shares a new test showing up on certain customer accounts where you can only view 10 reviews and then have to “apply” to see more, with Amazon promising an email response within five business days. If this expands, it could push more shoppers toward Rufus-style review summaries rather than reading reviews directly, and it could significantly impact how sellers and tools analyze review data. Especially after Amazon's crackdown that removed Helium 10's Review Insights. The good news: the Helium 10 team is working on a new, fully “Amazon-compliant” version that still provides high-quality review insights, and Bradley asks viewers to share in the comments if they're seeing the same review limits and whether they think it could roll out more widely. Amazon Seller Central: Account health tips for multiple selling accounts https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHVVFVQ1RDRThCSlJXUUhK Helium 10 New Feature Alert! Check out the new upgraded Cerebro with new Sponsored Rank filters, so you can instantly spot keywords where multiple competitors are bidding top of search. It's a fast way to see which terms rivals are fighting for most, and what should be on your ad radar next. Amazon Seller Central: Upload Images now provides faster uploads and more flexibility https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHTE5HMzJYWTlMRExVUUha Seamlessly reach relevant audiences with enhanced targeting capabilities from Amazon Ads https://advertising.amazon.com/en-us/resources/whats-new/amazon-ads-introduced-enhanced-targeting-capabilities/ Next week brings a free AI monthly workshop with expert Andrew Bell showcasing Helium 10's revamped Listing Builder, now an all-in-one “8-in-1” workflow that combines keyword research with AI optimization, including Rufus question targeting. Register here: http://h10.me/aim3226 If you're in New York City, you can also catch Bradley in person at the ASGTG conference in Brooklyn on Thursday, March 5. It's the 12th ASGTG event and his first time attending in eight years, so it's a rare chance to meet up, network with sellers, and hear from a lineup of strong speakers. And yes, it's famous for the food, apparently “Michelin-starred for an Amazon conference” levels, so come for the content and connections, and stay for the bites. Register here: http://h10.me/asgtg Thanks for tuning in! Check back next week for more buzzing updates and strategies to help you stay ahead in e-commerce. In episode 500 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz, Bradley talks about: 00:00 - Introduction 00:44 - Episode 500 of the AM/PM Podcast! 03:07 - Is Amazon Hiding Reviews From All Amazon Customers? 07:35 - Amazon Multiple Account Policy Clarification 10:45 - How To See What Keywords Competitors Are Advertising Top Of Search 13:06 - Amazon Seller Central Image Upload Update 14:27 - Faster Way to Search Amazon Brand Analytics 18:19 - Amazon Ads Display and Video AI Targeting 20:10 - Upcoming Webinar and New York Event Enjoy this episode? Want to be able to ask questions to Leo Sgovio live in a small group with other 7 and 8-figure Amazon sellers?  Join the Helium 10 Elite Mastermind and get quarterly workshops, monthly training, and networking calls with Leo at h10.me/elite Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you listen to our podcast!  

A semi-retired 6-time CEO accidentally went viral on YouTube, and turned it into a real business case study. Dynamite Circle member and DC BLACK facilitator, Richard “RJ” Jalichandra, joins us this week to talk about how a small channel can still transform your company. Plus, the hidden struggles of 7+ figure founders, defining your “enough number,” and why a little retirement planning today can actually improve your decisions right now. LINKS RJ's YouTube Channel Meet RJ and other lifestyle founders doing YouTube Hang out exclusively with 7+ figure founders in DC BLACK Bento will beat your current email bill — up to 70% off or $300 in credits CHAPTERS (00:04:18) How RJ Got Into YouTube (00:07:04) The Algorithm vs What You Want to Create (00:10:44) How to Build an Audience in 2026 (00:16:19) RJ's Creative Process for YouTube (00:19:16) Economic Opportunities for Mid-Cap Channels (00:23:17) The #1 Struggle of 7-8 Fig Founders (00:30:16) Scale for Wealth or Optimize For Lifestyle? (00:33:10) The Importance of Retirement Planning CONNECT: Dan@tropicalmba.com Ian@tropicalmba.com Past guests on TMBA include Cal Newport, David Heinemeier Hannson, Seth Godin, Ricardo Semler, Noah Kagan, Rob Walling, Jay Clouse, Einar Vollset, Sam Dogan, Gino Wickam, James Clear, Jodie Cook, Mark Webster, Steph Smith, Taylor Pearson, Justin Tan, Matt Gartland, Ayman Al-Abdullah, Lucy Bella. PLAYLIST: Can Your Business Beat the S&P 500? How to Build a 6-Figure Digital Business with Claude Code 4 Ways to Start a Business From Scratch in 2026

In this episode, we’re going to show you why many ecommerce stores are dying right now, and why most store owners have absolutely no idea it’s happening. In the last two years three big shifts completely changed how customers find products, how they decide to buy, and whether you actually get to keep any of the money you make.   Here’s the playbook. What You’ll Learn What has fundamentally changed in ecommerce The talks at Sellers Summit 2026 How to adapt in today’s ecommerce environment Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I’ve run for the past […] The post 627: The Old Ecommerce Playbook Is DEAD (What’s Working In 2026) appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com.